Durkanu - Bagshad, Mandi
Durkanu is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Mandi. Kahnu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durkanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durkanu is 015973. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Durkanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durkanu
According to the 2011 Census, Durkanu village had a total population of 219 people, including 100 males and 119 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.86%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 100 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 31 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Durkanu
Durkanu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Durkanu
Durkanu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Durkanu is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durkanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durkanu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durkanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durkanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durkanu
Where is Durkanu located?
Durkanu village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durkanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Durkanu is Kahnu.
What is the pincode of Durkanu?
The pincode of Durkanu is 175010.
What is the population of Durkanu?
Durkanu had a total population of 219, including 100 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Durkanu?
Durkanu had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durkanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durkanu was 74.86%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 66.67%.